Key insights on a new era for NSW planning law
Sweeping amendments—new objects, new authorities and streamlined pathways—reorient the NSW planning system toward proportionality, productivity and housing.
Why the impact of cutting building red tape might depend on the tape
The need for more housing in Australia is clear but what does pausing the National Construction Code mean for building design?
Government re-election “historic opportunity” for human rights-based housing policy
A human rights lawyer says Australians are looking for “transformative change” in response to the housing crisis, following the federal election.
Vienna housing model a blueprint for Australian cities?
Vienna has been ranked as the most liveable city in the world. Can Australian cities learn from its housing model?
The human right to shelter: can the law help?
Stay-at-home orders enforced during Sydney’s 2021 COVID-19 lockdown highlighted the disparity faced by people who are homeless, or at risk of homelessness.